Ohio § 2117.02
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2117.02, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2117.02.
An executor or administrator within three months after the date of appointment shall
present any claim the executor or administrator has against the estate to the probate
court for allowance. The claim shall not be paid unless allowed by the court. When an executor or administrator presents a claim amounting to five hundred dollars
or more, the court shall fix a day not less than four nor more than six weeks from
its presentation, when the testimony touching it shall be heard. The court shall issue an order directed to the executor or administrator requiring
the executor or administrator to give notice in writing to all the heirs, legatees,
or devisees of the decedent interested in the estate, and to the creditors named in
the order. The notice shall contain a statement of the amount claimed, designate the time fixed
for hearing the testimony, and be served upon the persons named in the order at least
twenty days before the time for hearing. If any persons mentioned in the order are not residents of the county, service of
notice may be made upon them by publication for three consecutive weeks in a newspaper
published or circulating in the county, or as the court may direct. All persons named in the order shall be parties to the proceeding, and any other
person having an interest in the estate may be made a party.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2117.02
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2117.02 cover?
Section 2117.02 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 2117.02?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2117.02" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 2117.02 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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